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In Vietnam, Capitals and Culture That Dazzle
The vibrant modern capital of Hanoi, imperial grandeur of Hue and hip town of Hoi An ideally encapsulate the best of this up-and-coming country, observes Carleton Cole.
8 Old Colonial Hotels You Can Still Stay In
Would you like to pretend you are Michael Palin, or perhaps someone else who gets to stay in historic colonial hotels in the East? Here’s a cheaper way, as Inga Kastrone takes us on a tour if 8 of the finest of these landmark properties.
Tokyo in Winter: Plenty To Do and Smaller Crowds
Most travelers want to visit Tokyo in the spring or fall, but writer Christina Nellemann found that visiting the metropolis in winter is cheaper, empty of tourists and a great time to experience a Japanese onsen and heated toilet seats.
6 of the Creepiest Castles in the World
There are plenty of creepy castles out there, but some really stand out and are actually said to be haunted. Cherrye Moore takes us on a tour of six of the most notorious of these.
5 Notoriously Haunted Hotels in the US
The US has its share of haunted places, but for most of them you can’t pay to experience it yourself. Lisa Legere takes us on a tour of 5 notoriously haunted hotels where you can scare the hell out of yourself if you try.
A Trip to Canyons and Vortexes in Arizona and Utah
Traveling through the canyons is a personal quest where the imagination takes center stage. Each person will see differing aspects of complexion and style as they journey through more and more spectacular sights of amazement.
10 Incredible Hotels with Altitude
Those who want more from their hotels than just a place to sleep have many options. Victoria Brewood has put together a list of hotels with epic views as well as high price tags, for those who like places with a little altitude.
700 Years of Murder and Mayhem in London: Part I – The Bridges of London
This Halloween, Anne-Sophie Redisch takes you through 700 years of London Murder and Mayhem. First off in this three-part series: The Bridges of London.
The 7 Deadly Sins of Travel
These might not actually be deadly, but if you’ve traveled more than your fair share you’ll certainly recognize these sins, according to Lucy Corne.
Touring Barcelona in 24 hours
Let’s imagine that you only have 24 hours to spend in Barcelona, you arrive at 0900 AM to the city centre and leave the next morning the same time. Sounds like there is very little you can do in one day no? Well no! 24 hours in Barcelona is a lot of time and Yair Barono is going to prove it to you.
10 of the World’s Most Unique Fountains
When you think about fountains you probably have one specific type of fountain in mind, but of course they come in all shapes and sizes. Deanna Hyland points out 10 of the best and most unusual.
A Light In Their Lives – Kathmandu, Nepal
A volunteering adventure in Nepal is bringing hope to Nepali orphans and life-changing experiences to its Western volunteers.
Best Round-The-World Travel Blogs
The internet is so full of travel blogs that some think it might explode soon, but there are definitely plenty of stand-outs out there. Here BootsnAll compiles our favorite sites dedicated to round-the-world travel.
8 Small and Beautiful Italian Islands You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Interested in visiting an Italian island but Sicily and Sardinia don’t sound quaint enough? Inga Kastrone tells us about 8 smaller ones that are each worth consideration.
Five UNESCO Castles on One Small Island: Okinawa, Japan
If it’s World Heritage Sites you’re into and want to rack up a score in a hurry, visit the island of Okinawa, you can add five to your score in a weekend.
31 Places to Go for Halloween
Here are 31 creepy, crawly, haunted and downright spooky places that are sure to raise a few hairs and give you the heebie jeebies this Halloween.
Cheap Southeast Asia: How to Pretend You’re Rich in Bangkok
For most Westerners, Southeast Asia can be shockingly cheap. With that in mind, Kaila Krayewski gives us some expert tips on how to live the good life in Bangkok, while still on a backpacker’s budget.
I Expected Desert – Busride from Manali to Leh, India
The mountain passes of Ladakh, in northern India, are only open from July-October every year. Kara Carlson provides a humorous account of her bus journey from Manali, justifying why the passes are often closed.
I’ve been up the mountain and I had a choice – Huayna Potosi, Bolivia
Huayna Potosi, a 6088m mountain 15 miles or so north of Bolivia’s capital La Paz is often described as the ‘most accessible’ of any 6000m+ mountain. Michael Bonnet put this theory to the test and found it anything but accessible.
Eight Paintings Every Traveler Should See (And Where to See Them)
The world’s museums are filled with great paintings, but there are only a handful that stand out as exceptional or important or strangely famous. Cherrye Moore takes us on a tour of 8 of the most notable of these.
Hitchhiking in Japan: It’s Almost Too Easy
Though hitchhiking is virtually unheard of in Japan, Trevor Mogg was keen to stick his thumb out to see what happened….
Mamma Mia! A Bicycling Tour on the Greek Island of Crete
Jay Jacobson didn’t cycle up hills, he cycled up MOUNTAINS as part of a cycling tour of the Greek island of Crete.
Darren Rowse: Interview With a Pro Blogger and Traveler
BootsnAll interviews Darren Rowse, whose job as a professional blogging consultant puts him on the road all over the world.
A New Home in London for the Ol’ Bard – Shakespeare’s Globe
The Shakespeare’s Globe theatre is a faithful reconstruction, at London’s Bankside, of the original Globe Theatre in which William Shakespeare previewed and performed in some of his greatest works during the late 16th century. Australian actor Chris Herden looks at the new theatre’s cultural significance as a performance space and learning centre, how the reconstruction came about through the determination of American actor Sam Wannamaker and interviews marketing director Andrew MacNair.